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Switch 2

Original: When will Nintendo reveal Switch 2? Apparently that could be happening this week.

During the latest Nate the Hate podcast, it was claimed that an announcement is happening on January 16, this Thursday. Host Nate the Hate said:

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Nintendo Switch 2 dock battery voltage

January 7: We’ve apparently got another look at the Nintendo Switch 2 dock picture as well as a tidbit that the device will ship with a 60W charger.

Switch 2 rumors and leaks are practically becoming a daily occurrence at this point. As for the latest, a photo was shared by Laura Kate Dale. The image provides visible input and output voltage information. 


Nintendo Switch 2 statement CES 2025 Genki

January 10: As Switch 2 leaks and rumors reach a fever pitch, Nintendo has put out a statement addressing the situation slightly – and we also have an update from Genki.

A big part of the Switch discussion this week surrounds Genki, an accessories maker. The company went as far as to bring a dummy model to CES 2025 and allowed members of the media to get their hands on it. Genki also told IGN that this “was based on a real Switch 2 system it had seen and used as the basis for its accessories.” But now the company is changing its tune.

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Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth Nintendo Switch 2

Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth are both rumored to be making an appearance on Nintendo Switch 2. That claim comes from NateDrake, who said on the latest Nate the Hate podcast that he “can confirm” both RPGs will be on the console.

Both titles are also planned for Xbox. NateDrake said that Final Fantasy 7 Remake is due out first in 2025 followed by Rebirth in 2026. However, it’s unclear if the Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox versions would launch at the same time.

Rumor has it that Xbox is gearing up for a significant amount of Nintendo Switch support, including its top-tier franchises like Halo.

NateDrake weighed in on what to expect during a new episode of the Nate the Hate podcast. It’s claimed that at some point, we’ll be seeing Halo: The Master Chief Collection as well as Flight Simulator on the new Nintendo console – as well as PS5.

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Genki Nintendo Switch 2 CES 2025

January 7: CES 2025 is in fully swing, and while the tech event isn’t overly exciting if you’re into console gaming, a bit of Nintendo Switch 2 is coming out of the show as accessories maker Genki has a dummy model on display.

The company has the unit on hand behind closed doors. To be clear, this is not a final retail unit. However, attendees can still get their hands on the dummy device which German outlet Netzwelt says is larger in the hands. The site was told by Genki that it has the “exact dimensions” of the Nintendo Switch 2.

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GameStop Nintendo Switch 2

January 8: Here we go once again with yet another Nintendo Switch 2 update, this time involving GameStop. This is the first time that a major retailer has now entered the ring.

Reddit user Opposite-Chemistry96 shared an image today showing that accessory SKUs are now listed in GameStop’s internal system. 256GB and 512GB versions are popping up for microSD Express Cards. Other peripherals include a Joy-Con charger grip, gaming cases, and temper glass. No release date is listed.


Nintendo Switch 2 360 degree render

OnLeaks is leaning into all of the Nintendo Switch 2 speculation out there with a new video that provides a 360-degree look at the system.

OnLeaks has an accurate history regarding phone leaks. It previously posted content pertaining to Samsung phones and Pixel devices.


Nintendo Switch 2 motherboard

December 31: 2024 was a big year for Nintendo Switch 2 leaks and rumors, and 2025 is already looking to continue off of that with the latest leak that has supposedly revealed motherboard pictures.

Reddit user MHN1994 posted the shots without any context. Without any sort of information, that means it’s up to the internet to once again debate whether the latest leak is real or fake.

That being said, here’s a look at what was shared:


With the imminent reveal and eventual release of Nintendo’s next hardware, it’s safe to assume that we’ll eventually be seeing more retro platforms become available on Nintendo Switch Online. And with confirmation that the Switch 2 will be backwards compatible with standard Switch software, it’s also safe to assume that its Virtual Console-esque offerings won’t be starting over with the NES. Many would tell you that GameCube is the next platform Nintendo should add to their online services, and that makes sense – but given how large these games are (plus the presence of many remakes and ports on Switch, including Metroid Prime Remastered, both Pikmin games, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, and more), this seems unlikely. That said, the most likely platform to come to Nintendo Switch Online would be Nintendo DS. The Wii U actually had Nintendo DS games available for download on the eShop, so there’s some precedent here. And since Nintendo Switch lacks a microphone needed to play certain DS games, it’d make sense to wait for Switch 2 to release these titles back to the public.

So today, we’re looking at several DS games that Nintendo needs to add to Switch Online if or when the company does decide to add this platform to its lineup. Note that we’re only discussing likely games here – as great as the Pokemon titles on the DS are, it’s highly unlikely that they’ll ever be released this way – especially not when Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are already available and would be backwards compatible. 


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